What a stunning wedding!
Your photographer took some beautiful pictures.
Did you choose the site because of the arbor?

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Actually it was my cousin. He's usually not the most artistic photographer, but it's hard to go wrong with such great outdoor lighting! His photographs for his brother's wedding in a hotel ballroom were decidedly less awesome....

We actually chose it because of all the various environments - the house was awesome AND there was a vineyard, rose garden (although Alf overheated before we got to the rose garden, eh no biggie), some ruins of the old winery, a fountain, and a barn. There was just so much stuff, so many outdoor areas for people to walk around. We definitely loved the variety.

Anita, thanks for sharing the photos. You are a beautiful bride! Your wedding dress is gorgeous, and I loved the pinwheels your mom made. I also loved the wedding cake. Congratulations to you and your handsome husband!

Anita, thanks for sharing the photos. You are a beautiful bride! Your wedding dress is gorgeous, and I loved the pinwheels your mom made. I also loved the wedding cake. Congratulations to you and your handsome husband!

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Did I mention I bought it on ebay for $64, including the bra and crinoline and veil?

We still haven't told my shopaholic aunt yet. She probably thinks I paid $1000 for it or something. I don't know if we ever will. I want to see the look on her face!!! Sadness.

What a venue!
It's everything that someone might want for a celebration, with so many options.

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Yeah my sister was really impressed it was so affordable. I wish I remembered how I came across it. I think I was just going down the entire list of venues in the Bay Area on Herecomestheguide.com. I don't think it's as popular because it's smaller, a historic site (ie, nonprofit and don't advertise), and they don't let you stay out that late because they lack outdoor lighting.